France
Cosy and friendly restaurant in the heart of Biarritz next to Les Halles market. Drinks are very reasonable (could get a nice bottle of red wine for 16€) and food is lovely. We had cote de boeuf with frites for two (39€) and were pleasantly surprised with the huge pile of meat presented to us... Thoroughly recommend it!
8 rue des Halles, tel. 05 59 24 16 91
Further to the "Best Beach Campsites" article this week, check out the Pavillon Royal site at Bidart, south of Biarritz. It is right on a stunning sandy beach, with it's own private gate to give access. Pitches on the cliffs looking out over the beach to the sea or back in the pine forest, perfect for hanging your hammock. This coast is a mecca for surfers and body boarders, but equally the countryside is rich with local character, foods and Basque customs and traditions. Biarritz is a mix of bling designer shops and surfers. I'd highly recommend going in June as it's a lot quieter.
Site pitches are generous, excellent facilities and friendly staff. And the sunsets... wow.
www.pavillon-royal.com/pavillon-royal/bienvenue_gb.htm
Site is south of Biarritz on road out to Bidart. Biarritz station is 10 mins away in a taxi.
The best located bar in the whole of Biarritz where everybody gathers after a day in the surf to enjoy a drink and tapas while watching the sunset.
Square Jean Baptiste Lassale, 64200 Biarritz
Téléphone:-05 59 24 75 81